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Robert H. Bayne III, 59

By newcanaanite | April 16, 2026

Robert H. Bayne III, known to all as Bob, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Sunday, March 29, at the age of 59. Born on March 27, 1967, in Stamford, CT, Bob was the beloved son of Robert H. Bayne, Jr. and Carol Bayne of Silvermine, CT, and Berkeley Bayne Ake and Philip Ake of New Canaan, CT and Church Hill, MD. He grew up in Darien, CT where he formed lifelong friendships and a deep love for family and community. Bob attended local schools in Darien and later graduated from the Marvelwood School in Kent, CT. where he was elected Senior Class President.

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Nancy McDonnell Zeitler, 79

By newcanaanite | April 15, 2026

Nancy McDonnell Zeitler, of Jamestown, Rhode Island, died on Saturday, April 11, with her family by her side. She was 79 years old. She had struggled with lung cancer for the last 7 years, but in the end, her death came suddenly. Nancy was born in Carbondale, Pennsylvania; her parents were Anita (Tinman) McDonnell and James Francis McDonnell. She spent many of her early years in Scranton, Pennsylvania, and she graduated from Marywood College in Scranton, with a degree in mathematics.

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‘Grampy’ Sullivan, 79 

By newcanaanite | April 13, 2026

Grampy Sullivan, 79, grandfather to Virginia, Phoebe and Astrid Sullivan, died on Easter, after spending four days with his family. For the past 17 years, Grampy split his time between his condo in Agawam, Mass., and his son and daughter-in-law’s home in New Canaan. While his death was sudden, his last day was exactly what he would have wanted. He went to Easter Mass in St. A’s with his oldest granddaughter.

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Joseph Adiletta, 95

By newcanaanite | April 12, 2026

Joseph Adiletta of New Canaan Connecticut passed away peacefully in his sleep after a full 95 years of life on April 4th, 2026, at the Brookdale Wilton Assisted Living Center in Wilton. Joseph (Joe) was born and raised in Stamford Connecticut and graduated from Stamford High School.  He served his country honorably in the Korean War in the 187th Airborne Infantry Regiment of the US Army as a paratrooper where he was severely wounded and received the Purple Heart Award.  He recovered fully and despite losing one of his eyes led an active life as an avid athlete, sharing his passion for fitness with fellow members of the YMCA where he maintained a lifelong membership until age 95.  He was also an active member of the New Canaan Waveny Center where he played tennis and pickleball and used the outdoor gym equipment also until age 95.  His lifelong passion for handball led him to being a recognized senior’s handball champion.  He also coached in children’s sports leagues and played basketball (Has Been Bombers). 

Joe’s career in accounting began with a bachelor’s degree from New York University and a master’s from Pace University.  His career included being a Certified Public Accountant helping people with tax preparation, and handling tax management and accounting controls for various companies including Chase Bag Corporation in Greenwich Ct among others.  His motto when evaluating a company or investment was “Follow the money!”.    

Joe was the son of Nicholas and Anna Adiletta of Stamford Connecticut and husband of Eta Adiletta who predeceased him (over 50 years ago). He is survived by his sister Adelaide Reilly in East Freetown Massachusetts, and his sons: Steve (and his wife Justine) of Houston Texas, Fr. David O.P. of New York City, and Peter (and his wife Anne Marie) of Halifax Nova Scotia.  He is also survived by his five grandchildren and their families. He enjoyed their company and those of his many friends while sharing his ideals of being physically and financially fit.     

A memorial service will be held at St.